- The problem
- Allied Recreation Group, Inc. (ARG) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Holiday Rambler Admiral, 2009-2014 Holiday Rambler Ambassador, 2010 Holiday Rambler Arista, 2010-2014 Holiday Rambler Endeavor, 2009-2011 Holiday Rambler Neptune, 2011-2014 Holiday Rambler Vacationer, 2009-2011 Monaco Cayman, 2010-2014 Monaco Diplomat, 2014 Monaco Dynasty, 2009-2014 Monaco Knight, 2012-2013 Monaco LaPalma, 2009-2013 Monaco Monarch, 2009-2011 Monaco Riptide, 2008 Safari Passage, and 2008 Safari Simba motorhomes. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Lippert-brand Coachstep Double Electric Steps. These steps use a bolt to attach the fan gear assembly to the steps. This bolt may fracture allowing the fan gear to disengage from the steps. As a result, the steps may not remain in the expected position and may be unstable.
- The risk
- Unstable entry and exit steps increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- ARG will notify owners and dealers will install a retainer bracket to reinforce the operating mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2016. Owners may contact ARG customer service number at 1-800-509-3417. ARG's number for this recall is 151216REV.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Monaco RV Riptide Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (1) and the steering (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 2015 for the recreational vehicle / trailer. For comparison, the 2010 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Riptide year, for its age
#281 most complained-about 2011 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2011 Monaco RV Riptide problems
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2011 Monaco RV Riptide recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 riptide recreational vehicles. The porous metal castings may cause cracking of the wiper arm at the mounting to the pivot shaft. Material cracking at the pivot shaft could result in the wiper arm being disabled without warning which could lead to reduced driver visibility.
- The risk
- Decreased drivers visibility may increase the risk of a crash possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the drivers and passengers side wiper arms free of charge. The safety recall began on march 11, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
- The problem
- Navistar is recalling certain motor coach and recreational vehicles equipped with atwood 35 series range ovens. A potential exists for a small fracture within the line delivering gas to the oven cavity burner. Such a fracture may cause propane gas to leak from the line.
- The risk
- A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and/or explosion causing property damage and/or personal injury.
- The fix
- Navistar is working with atwood and will replace or repair the stoves free of charge. The safety recall began on december 8, 2010. Owners may contact atwood at 1-574-266-4749.
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2 complaints about the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 monaco rv riptide. The contact stated that while attempting to change the passenger's side wiper blade, the wiper arm cracked. The rv was taken to several rv dealers however, the contact was unable to retrieve the needed replacement part. The rv was not repaired. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 11v105000 (visibility) however, the vin was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 monaco riptide rv. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle would sway approximately six inches toward large commercial vehicles if those vehicles drove past him. As a result, the contact would narrowly avoid crashes. An authorized dealer was notified and informed the contact that there were no mechanical failures present in the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 1,000 and the current mileage was 1,500.
Monaco RV Riptide: every year compared
All Riptide years2011 Monaco RV Riptide vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Monaco RV Riptide | 2 | 3 | D | |
| 2011 Monaco RV Monarch | 1 | 4 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide
Does the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide: recreational vehicle / trailer (December 2015); windshield wiper / washer (February 2011); equipment (November 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (1), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 11, 2011 and the latest on June 19, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2011 Monaco RV Riptide a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 34 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Monaco RV Riptide year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Monaco RV Riptide years have the most complaints?
2011 (2), 2009 (1). See every Monaco RV Riptide year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Monaco RV Riptide has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data